bedead

/ˈbiːdɛd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Dead in one’s bed, especially unexpectedly or without medical attention.

“The coroner’s investigation found that the deceased was indeed bedead when found by the family.”

2. noun

A person who dies in bed.

“The hospital reported several bedeads last year, mostly due to cardiac arrests.”

Synonyms

  • bedridden
  • deceased

Antonyms

  • alive
  • survivor